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- Stress and anxiety
- Mood disorders
- Relationship issues
About Michele
LMFT in California with six years of professional experience, Michele Bussell focuses on stress, anxiety, mood disorders, relationship concerns, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, and depression. She has worked in crisis residential treatment, school-based counseling, adult drug court substance programs, and behavioral health centers. Michele works with people who are facing pressure at home, school, work, or in relationships and wants to help them make manageable changes.
Michele uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and treats the person in front of her as the expert on their life. She helps clients identify strengths they already have and apply those strengths to current problems. Sessions involve talking through feelings, naming patterns, and practicing concrete steps to reduce distress.
Her background includes short-term crisis work and longer-term community mental health settings. That mix informs a practical style that balances immediate safety and coping with changes that matter over time. She has particular experience supporting people with mood instability and recurrent anxiety.
Michele encourages exploration of emotions without judgment so a fuller picture of what’s driving behavior can emerge. She often helps clients work on self-esteem, setting boundaries, and improving relationships using clear, straightforward techniques.
People who choose Michele can expect a collaborative process that clarifies goals and tests small changes. Her approach is focused on usable skills, clearer understanding of patterns, and building confidence to handle stressors more effectively.
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Evidence-based approaches and working online
Two evidence-based directions Michele uses are methods that teach concrete coping skills and approaches that focus on understanding relationship and attachment patterns. Skill-focused techniques break problems into manageable steps, teach breathing and grounding strategies for anxiety, and offer behavior changes to reduce panic and low mood. Attachment-informed work looks at how early and current relationships shape expectations and helps people try different ways of connecting when old patterns cause distress.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Michele treats this as a collaborative process. She will review your concerns, try methods that fit your goals, and adjust the plan based on what helps you most.
Session logistics should be confirmed before booking because the biography does not list specific formats. In general, online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. If you prefer not to be on camera, mention that when you schedule so options can be discussed.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
6+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, mood disorders, relationship concerns, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, and depression. Additional focuses include attachment, panic, PTSD, workplace and young adult issues.
What kind of therapeutic style does she use?
She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and a practical, skills-focused style. Sessions involve talking through feelings, identifying patterns, and practicing concrete steps.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has six years of professional work experience in crisis residential programs, school-based counseling, adult drug court substance programs, and behavioral health centers.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is an LMFT - Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - licensed in California. Her practice location is listed as California.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are accepted.
What session formats are available?
Session formats are not specified in the biography. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.